A Lone Texas Ranger

After my Mom left Houston to go back to Zurich, I was off on my stretch across Texas along I-10 West. I decided to break up the drive by staying over night in Fort Stockton, which seemed like the only populated city along I-10. Along the way, I knew I had to stop in Austin, and Tara recommended I stroll around South Congress, or what they call SoCo. The main street was packed with all sorts of crafty art stores with vintage clothes, furniture and all sorts of nick-nacks you would only find on Etsy. There was even an entire parking lot of trendy food trucks, check out more pictures here! I then grabbed a quick brunch at Magnolia Cafe South and hit the road.

Magnolia Cafe in SoCo, Austin

Now, I have to mention this, because it just blew my mind. Along the way, I stopped at a random Valero gas station to fill up, and when I went in for a drink, I was welcomed by the most delicious smell of a small Mexican Bakery that was bursting with fresh baked goods, right in the back of the gas station!!! I obviously got a pastry. NOM!

I continued on and drive 5 hours straight to Fort Stockton, home to the second largest road runner statue in America. The road runner and the burger at Rix Pit BBQ was well worth the visit!

Fort Stockton Road Runner